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Synonyms

resolved

American  
[ri-zolvd] / rɪˈzɒlvd /

adjective

  1. firm in purpose or intent; determined.


resolved British  
/ rɪˈzɒlvɪdlɪ, rɪˈzɒlvd /

adjective

  1. fixed in purpose or intention; determined

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Other Word Forms

  • resolvedly adverb
  • resolvedness noun
  • unresolved adjective
  • well-resolved adjective

Etymology

Origin of resolved

First recorded in 1490–1500; resolve + -ed 2

Example Sentences

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"We have resolved this issue, and are refilling the pipes slowly and carefully. We expect supplies to return later today."

From BBC

How that catch-22 can be resolved is perhaps the biggest test of all.

From BBC

"It was important this matter was resolved in a balanced, calm, fair, measured and respectful manner."

From BBC

"In most cases, however, thoughtful wind farm site selection, planning, and other mitigations have resolved conflicts and allow wind power projects to coexist effectively with radar missions," the agency adds.

From Barron's

An email from a Verizon spokeswoman said, “The outage has been resolved.”

From The Wall Street Journal